2005 Audi A3 vs. 1980 Toyota Corsa
To start off, 2005 Audi A3 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Toyota Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Toyota Corsa would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A3 (113 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1980 Toyota Corsa. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 1980 Toyota Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A3 weights approximately 450 kg more than 1980 Toyota Corsa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Audi A3 (155 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Toyota Corsa. (115 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Toyota Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A3 | 1980 Toyota Corsa | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | A3 | Corsa |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1452 cc |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2510 mm |
